Deborah J. Quillinan

Deborah (Debbie) Jean Quillinan (nee Burch) of Hazel Crest/ Park Forest, passed away, aged 61, surrounded by her loved ones, after many long years of fighting multiple illnesses.

She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and aunt.

She is survived by her husband of 38 years together, Ronald Quillinan. Her three children, son James Wexelberg (Elizabeth Waranoski) and their three beautiful daughters, Ally, Avery, and Harper. Daughter Jennifer Wexelberg (Cody Gray) and her many fur-grandbabies, and son Nicholas (Nick) Quillinan. Mother, Imogene Burch, brother Henry Burch, and sister Dawn Diaz (Saul Diaz) and niece Sabrina, Gaby, and nephew Isaac. She was preceded in death by her father, Gary, older brother Robert, and son Timothy.

She was a fur mom to cats, Shadow, Elsa, MacGyvor (Mac), Lindsay, and her special baby Basil. Two German Shepherds, Reagan and Jimin. Preceded by her beloved German Shepherd, Duke, and kitten, Hondo, whom she is now reunited with.

She was an avid reader and loved classic movies from the 1930's/1940's. She loved spending time with her children, from watching super hero movies with Nick to being an Army (BTS fan) with Jennifer, and much more. She was passionate about Tudor England and history.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, May 14, 2026 at Skyline Memorial park Cemetery located at 24800 South Governors Highway, Monee, IL. at 12:00 p.m. Where she will be laid to rest next to her father.

Think of her whenever you pick up a book.